All Commentary
The Monitor's ViewFlipping the script on democracy’s declineThe world’s old democracies can find renewal in the determined struggles elsewhere for rights and rule of law.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHonoring God
Worshiping God means fully honoring Deity as the only power. This author discovered that striving to honor God in her daily activities and in her approach to world issues provides practical solutions and healing inspiration.
The Monitor's ViewA new war doctrine on innocence abroadA Pentagon plan to instill better values in soldiers to protect civilians in a conflict will require a shift toward reverence for innocent life.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe healing all-presence of God
Getting to know God, divine Spirit, as the ever-present source of all that’s good and true is a powerful starting point for prayer that heals.
The Monitor's ViewPakistan as climate bellwetherResponses to the country’s immense floods could provide models for other weather crises.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveRedeeming negative emotions
Aggressive negative emotions can prevent us from moving forward in productive ways. Through prayer, we can replace these emotions with God-given qualities such as love and joy, which bring freedom and blessing.
The Monitor's ViewChina becoming an open book?Washington wins an agreement for Chinese firms listed on U.S. capital markets to be audited on high standards of transparency and honesty.
Serena Williams’ legacy – on and off the courtOur commentator notes the role perseverance has played in Serena Williams’ success, with special appreciation for the high standard she set for herself and her sport.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveEmbracing the world’s children
Recognizing everyone’s God-given freedom from the pull of dangerous influences is a powerful basis for helping others, including youths.
Are public schools foundational to democracy?Americans are feeling buffeted by inflation and warring lawmakers. Many ignore news, and are disdainful of even the word “government.”
The Monitor's ViewMacron’s reset in North AfricaOn his second trip to Algeria, the French president seeks a future built on shared prosperity and a “reconciliation of memories” from the colonial past.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMarmot views – or views of the infinite?
When we’re willing to take a step back and look at things from a broader, spiritual perspective, we’re better equipped to see and experience the good God bestows on all of us.
The Monitor's ViewMalaysia’s new norm for justice on highA powerful former prime minister goes to prison for corruption, the result of public shift toward honest governance.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGod’s ordered universe
Upheaval in the world might suggest that there’s no hope for finding order in it. But as this author discovered, acknowledging and evidencing God’s control in our daily lives helps us understand how peace and harmony truly prevail.
The Monitor's ViewUkraine’s identity shift may outlive the warSix months into the Russian invasion, Ukrainians find national unity around concrete values that explain their military’s strength.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding real manhood
The key to understanding true manhood is understanding that each person is created by God, and therefore finds fulfillment and productivity in expressing good, spiritual qualities.
The Monitor's ViewA great rethink on student debtA pending decision by President Joe Biden about student loan forgiveness has put a light on how borrowers can think differently about education and taking on debt.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLove myself? Is that even possible?
Sometimes we may get caught up in unhelpful thoughts about ways we don’t measure up to some standard. But there’s actual power – life-changing, spiritual power – in knowing we’re loved and why.
The Monitor's ViewBytes and bravery over bulletsThis year’s military aggressors – Russia, China, Iran - have faced resistance in their target nations because of democratic values.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe good news
Even in the face of bad news, the ever present light of Christ is here to comfort and transform.
